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Williams’ Franco Colapinto said earning the first points of his Formula 1 career at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix was a “dream come true.” The Argentine, in just his second Grand Prix, recovered from a crash in opening practice to punch his way into the top-10 shootout in qualifying. Starting the race from eighth on the […]
In only his second Grand Prix, the Argentine driver bounced back from a crash in practice to secure a top-10 qualifying spot. Despite dropping positions during the race due to tire strategy, he fought back and finished eighth, marking the first time an Argentine has achieved a top-10 finish since 1982. This performance also resulted in Williams’ first double-point result of the season, with Alex Albon finishing seventh. Colapinto expressed his happiness and pride in the team’s achievement, emphasizing the hard work and effort put into earning these points. As a mid-season replacement, Colapinto has quickly proven his worth and is determined to continue performing well in the remaining races, showcasing his potential for a permanent seat in Formula 1. His success is a testament to the confidence and trust Williams showed in him, and he is focused on learning and improving with each race under the guidance of James Vowles.
